Mothers day and Dandelion Bouquets

There are so many great and fun things going on this month.  My class at The Maples School finished with a gorgeous sunshiney day and I brought in rubber duckies and bubbles for photos.  I enjoyed starting my week with the kids who love taking photos.  They are so uninhibited and the resulting art is inspiring. Sessions, wedding consults, proofing, processing orders …..... Read More

Pet Photo Contest {Orangeville Photographer}

Mom’s Day is coming quickly and I know there are going to be many excited mom’s out there when they open their gifts to find Reflections by Patty Gift Certificates. But let’s not neglect the treasured little buddies in our life, whether they are scaley, feathery or furry.  Yesterday I took Riley one of our guinea pigs in to have her long neglected nails cut.... Read More

The Whole Gang {Orangeville Photographer}

The girls have been counting down the days til this past weekend, eagerly awaiting a visit with their Dwyer/Horton Cousins.  We decided to make it a whole family thing and had Grandma and Grandpa join in as well.  Yes the house was full with people, kid giggles, food and wine.  Add into that pile a photo shoot and an Orangeville Otters Swim Meet and it was one BUSY weekend.... Read More

Grandma and her Clan {Orangeville Photographer}

It seems that this is what all moms want, especially as the kids get older and lives get busier.  Just for everyone to get together in one spot and take a photo…..seems like a simple request. I met this fabulous family last weekend for a session.  They booked a session as a gift for their amazing mom.  Grandma was beaming – it was wonderful to see. Thanks Guys –... Read More

A Ray of Sunshine {Orangeville Photographer}

I had a delightful visit from a gorgeous little 6 month old girl (and her mom and Grandma but we know who the star is   Full of squeals she was a sweetheart.  I recognized the personality instantly – determined, stubborn, knows what she wants and does not settle…….remind you of anyone in my family  She is determined to get moving.  When she figures out... Read More

Spring Mini Photo Sessions {Reflections by Patty}

  It’s that time of year again.  The March Break weather was phenomenal and the kids are a little crazy and a tad excited. Time to shake off the winter cobwebs and have some fun.  What better way to celebrate that sunshiney energy then with a little photo session with Reflections by Patty. This is how it works – you have 20 minutes to get silly and have some... Read More

Your Dream Day Bridal Show {Enter to Win}

It is March Break and I am in the midst of The Great Horton March Break Adventure/Scavenger Hunt – completely in survival mode. Sleepover Saturday was a huge success with Erin off to a friend’s house and Caitlyn here with her BFF.  And yes I was up at 5:30 am which is really 6:30 am because of the clock change trying to get some work done before the kids awoke but that... Read More

International Women’s Day – a message to my daughters

Today is International Women’s Day.  In a climate where it seems that every day is an official day of something I generally ignore them all.  But as my girls grow up far faster then I would like, this one gave me pause today.  It is a day to celebrate where we have been and how far we have come.   As I paused to sort through the global ramifications of my daughters becoming... Read More

Winter Family Photos

Whose woods these are I think I know. His house is in the village though; He will not see me stopping here To watch his woods fill up with snow. (Robert Frost – Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening) My session on Saturday was amazing.  Alex and I arrived early and walked the path as the snow fell.  It triggered a memory from my elementary school days of Robert Frost’s... Read More

Winter Fun in the Snow – Family Day Weekend

Just realizing it has been a couple of weeks since I did a blog posting.  My apologies guys, it is not because I have not been taking photos.  Quite the opposite in fact, I have been very busy with product and commercial sessions and newborn and family sessions.  January is generally my slow down and plan time.  And planning I have been.  I am anxiously awaiting delivery of... Read More